It began with a “GTFO of Africa” flight, which included a pleasant one-day stopover touring around Istanbul, Turkey. I flew back to Thailand, which I suppose is probably my favorite country by default since I keep coming back here haha.
Thailand
- Bangkok: poolside “office” for a few days with my friend Tim; loved the street food and indulged in some medical tourism
- Phuket: checked out a few of the (overcrowded) beaches and met a few fun Texans; least favorite place in Thailand
- Koh Phi Phi: danced two nights away at Slinky’s, including Halloween festivities; met a hilarious French duo
- Koh Lanta: self-imposed travel-burnout rehab for a week but accomplished full recovery after two days (woohoo!); stayed an extra week because I loved it there; had my own beach bungalow and met a bunch of awesome people; loved Emerald Cave (snorkeling through a cave tunnel for 80 meters to a hidden cove where pirates used to stash their treasure. click here for panorama)
Cambodia
- Siem Reap: reunited with NYC bffs Sri & Nipa for a few amazing days at Angkor Wat <3
Malaysia
- Kuala Lumpur: rendezvous with travelling Boston favorites JB, Tony, Liana, and new friend Rachel; five-star hotel pools, lounges and rooftop bars; Avicii/Martin Garrix/Bassjackers concert at Sepang F1 International Circuit; Chuckie concert in the city tomorrow night
*JB’s photo
*Haiyen’s photo
I am flying to Hanoi, Vietnam, the day after tomorrow. A week or so each for northern, central, and southern Vietnam. Christmas in Saigon, New Year’s in Sydney, then New Zealand soon after. YAY! :) I’m thinking skydiving for my one year anniversary abroad sounds like a fantastic idea. :D
V for Vacay! 